The top attractions in Budapest

Located on the Danube this is perhaps the most represented monument and what is more appreciated at your arrival to Budapest. It is almost obligatory authough the tours in Spanish happen very few times during the day and maybe that´s

Joining Buda and Pest, the bridge is a must-do. Like Brooklyn in NY, Szechenyi bridge is one of the main and most recognizable landmarks in Budapest.
Do not forget to take a jacket! Even in the sunbeams, wind can make your

St. Stephen's Basilica is dedicated to the first king of Hungary, St. Stephen. It is the largest church in Budapest that can hold up to 8500 people. There is no fee to visit the basilica, but there is for certain things, like climbing

Budapest's history is and full of conflicts and disputes. It has suffered every type of invasion and has been a victim of bombings during WWII. These conflicts have left their mark on their city and today you can still see some of the

The thermal baths in Budapest are an institution and a must visit for anyone travelling to the city. For its geological situation, 30,000 cubic meters of mineral water between 21-76 ° C rises up out of about 120 springs which makes it

Budapest's Central Market Hall is a must if you're at all interested in learning more about Hungarian cuisine. The market itself is massive, probably the biggest one I've ever seen in my life, and it's spread out across three floors:

The Danube River defines Budapest geographically, if not historically and mentally. One one side you have proud UNESCO-recognized Buda, home of kings and aristocrats while on the other side you have Pest, Buda's down-at-heel sibling

In the old part of Pest and near the corner of Károly Körut, you´ll find one of the largest synagogues in the world - with a 3,000 seat capacity. Built in 1859 by the German architect Ludwig Förster, there are some discrepancies

Right next to the Bastion de Pescadores stands the church of San Matias. It was under renovation while I was visiting, as most of it was being restored, but you could see its importance. It is in a prime location and it doesn't only

This huge square, guarded by the Museum of Fine Arts and the Museum of Art, is located at the end of Avenida Andrassy. At it's center is the Millennium Monument with statues of the leaders of the seven Magyar tribes that founded

The best way to get an idea of ​​what Budapest is like is by taking a cruise on the Danube River. I did the last day and I left the city with a great taste in my mouth, but I would recommend doing it first, in order to control more or

Taking into account that one of the main touristic things to do would involve crossing Budapest's river; Freedom Bridge and Chains Bridge would be the main ones to walk.
2nd favourite, coated with awkward industrial colours; can get

There are many points in Budapest that allow you to take some of the best photographs of the city. From the Bastion of the Fisher and towards the Royal Palace, whatever point is good to take a photo of the Danube, the Parliament, the

If there was one thing that the Austro-Hungarian Empire excelled at, it was building opera houses! Though not quite as spectacular as the Vienna State Opera (in fact, this was an explicit rule when it was built), the Hungarian State

Margaret Island is a two-mile long island in the great Danube river which runs between Buda and Pest. It is an island full of nature and has become a playground for the citizens of Budapest. It is a bit like Central Park: a place to

Budapest's Castle District is, without a doubt, the most beautiful, monumental, and romantic area in the entire city. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its incredible architecture, the Castle District is home to some of

Right on the banks of the Danube opposite the Parliament, you'll find a strange-looking piece of art: a long line of men's and women's shoes which seem to be waiting for their owners. The history is far darker, though: the Jews of the

Still trying to decide whether is an authentic place or has become more of a ruin bar for the masses, you can't skip it! More than 10 different rooms decorated in a unique and bizarre style. Affordable prices and pretty much full of

The Gellert Baths are an absolute must for any first-time visitor to Budapest. Alongside the palatial Szechenyi Baths, the Gellert Baths are among the most famous and beautiful thermal baths in the city, no small feat considering that

Hot spring water against the limestone of the hill created this system of caves that runs more than 1,200 metres long. Throughout history, this maze has had various functions: a shelter for prehistoric man half a million years ago, a

The Memento Park seems to me like a fabulous place, one of those that continue to amaze visitors. The monumental statues of the Communist leaders were retired from the streets of Budapest after the fall of the Iron Curtain between

This castle, located in the City Gardens, was set up first in wood, to imitate a castle of Transylvania. Today it is a museum of agriculture. Since it is in a recreation zone, it´s surrounded by lakes that also serve as places to

As you may know, the city of Budapest is divided in two. Pest is the commercial and residential part of the city, whereas Buda is the more monumental side. Buda is home to the famous Buda Castle and is a World Heritage Site, but the

I recommend walking the two-kilometer Andrassy Avenue at least once while you're in Budapest. The avenue was built in the late nineteenth century and, as the surrounding area was just farmland, the buildings surrounding it also had to

When we visited Budapest, w bough the three-day public transport pass which included the Budapest Metro, buses, and trams. I think it was worth it because that way I didn't have to go buying tickets one by one or even passing them

Right in the centre Budapest there is a special place for young people to understand the city's phenomenal night and leisure atmosphere. The Akvárium Klub is a place that was intended to be a government building that was never opened

The Millennium Monument is located in the middle of the famous Heroes Square, one of the most visited places in Budapest. On top of the 36 meter-high column is a statue of the Archangel Gabriel who, according to legend, appeared to

The Tree of Life is a sculpture in remembrance of those ve died in the Holocaust. It's a life-size weeping willow in which each leaf has the name of a person killed during the Holocaust. It is located in the garden right behind the

Filled with more locals by square metre than Szimpla (most famous ruin bar in town), what could be more of the same stuff goes great with loads of sculptures and different rooms to have a look. Features an indoor patio.
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Vaci Utca is Budapest's main shopping street. It's very long and filled with lots of clothing stores and restaurants with beautiful waiters and waitresses to entice potential customers. It's one of the most famous streets in the city